All Health and wellbeing articles
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OpinionWhy your body size matters to God
‘I practice self-love by standing in front of the mirror, looking at my body (a recent revelation) and telling my body how much I am grateful for it and then thanking God for it, honouring his creation,’ says Hannah Wickens.
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OpinionAre doctors over diagnosing mental health conditions and turning biblical, anthropological problems into illness in the process?
‘Commentators argue that, unlike physical disease, mental health diagnoses are typically not based on tests like blood work or scans. Rather, they stem from the standardized categorization of behaviours and other symptoms. The challenge, they suggest, is that once someone is “labelled” with a particular diagnosis, they may mistakenly believe they have an inherent biological flaw - which can ironically hinder their recovery,’ says Ann-Louise Graham.
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OpinionIs bio-hacking on your checklist for a first date?
’The Bible teaches us that we are to honour God with our bodies (1 Corinthians 6:19-20), and while seeking to improve our health is not inherently wrong, we must not elevate any practice above our relationship with God,’ says Jemimah Wright.
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OpinionCaring for maternal health is more than simply a medical, or social issue, it’s also a Kingdom issue
‘This year’s World Health Day campaign also urges us to think beyond the delivery room. The importance of the mother’s wellbeing does not end after childbirth. Many women experience postpartum depression, anxiety, trauma and physical complications long after their babies are born,’ says Dr Sarah-Louise Hurst.
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OpinionHere’s how to celebrate Mother’s Day if you’re struggling with heartbreak from baby loss
Having lost two children at birth, Funke Oham wrote a book about her experience and now shares tips on how to navigate the pain.
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ArticleWhile body positivity is important, clinical obesity is a disease – is weight-loss medication a healthy solution?
Dr Becky Howie unpacks the positives and negatives surrounding weight-loss injections, and considers the impact on self-image and self-worth
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OpinionIf Jesus was a health researcher he would first close the gender health gap
March is Endometriosis Awareness Month and Michelle Tant says: ‘As a midwife I am very interested in female reproductive health but a condition which negatively impacts the lives of millions of women globally should interest us all.’
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Opinion‘I believe it is important for churches and Christians to be trauma informed’
‘Many people who have experienced adverse childhood experiences (ACES) have a negative view of God as father and for some the church’s unaccountable leadership has caused this. The way we demonstrate consistent, authentic compassion can repair this damaging view of God,’ says Ruth Stephens.
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ArticleDiscovering ‘clean beauty’
Makeup artist and clean beauty specialist, Amy Dyas told Jane Knoop about her insight into sustainably sourced, natural beauty products and reflects on the interconnectedness of her faith and her passion for makeup
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ArticleA year without alcohol
Dr Becky Howie explains why she challenged herself to spend 2024 teetotal, and highlights the health benefits of limiting your consumption
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OpinionThe world’s response to pain is characterised by avoidance and blame but on the cross, Jesus chose pain and responsibility
‘The decisional remedy to pain is to face it, listen to its message and take responsibility to fix it. Pain is a messenger, yelling that something is wrong. Facing pain and taking responsibility will empower you to fix it,’ says Megan Hugo.
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ArticleI was hurt in the very place that was meant to be a sanctuary
Today, Emilia Fuller is a PR consultant, life coach and pastoral counsellor. But five years ago, she was wounded and lost after suffering a prolonged period of spiritual abuse
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ArticleKeep your body in balance so you don’t dread the winter months
As this time of year can be particularly challenging, Dr Becky Howie has some tips on how to regulate your circadian rhythm and boost your overall wellbeing
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OpinionPrincess Catherine is in remission – what a gift to face mortality, and be given a second chance at life
Woman Alive’s deputy editor, Jemimah Wright rejoices in the Princess of Wales’s recent health update, and wonders if there could be an eternal blessing in all she has been through.
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ArticleDiets are overrated - here is what the Bible says about food and nutrition...
In our new women’s health column, Dr Becky Howie shines a spotlight on diet culture, and emphasises the importance, instead, of food choice and nutrition based on the wisdom found in both science and scripture
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OpinionI discovered God’s design in our psychology, and it is fascinating!
Clinical psychologist, Dr Ruth Graham shares how psychological truths have helped her have greater patience and hope in her identity as a child of God.
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OpinionAutism diagnoses are increasing and God has guided our family with a neurodivergent daughter
‘I still struggle with those Christians in the Church, who misunderstand neurodivergence, when I think they should be reflecting God’s message of acceptance and celebration around difference,’ says Ann Wilson.
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ArticleIf you're searching for permission to love yourself in mid-life, this is it
Jo Ibbott says the greatest gift you can give this Christmas is some self-care
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OpinionWhat Christians can learn from Parkrun
‘In both Parkrun and church, there’s something to be said for collective determination, driving each other on to reach personal goals,’ says Emily Bright, as she shares her experience of her weekly 5k run.
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OpinionResearch confirms fifty percent of women feel their medical needs have been ignored because of their gender. Can faith play a part in the healing?
‘When I feel pain, I pause to ask my body what the root is and will often get a sense of what it is. Sometimes I will need to forgive others or myself, or I will need to consume or abstain from various foods,’ says Hannah Wickens, as she looks into the issue of women’s pain.
